Which of the following events restores the membrane potential from the peak of the action potential back down to the resting level?
A) Sodium ions move into the cell.
B) Potassium ions move out of the cell.
C) Potassium ions move into the cell.
D) Chloride ions move into the cell.
E) Protein anions move out of the cell.

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During the falling phase of the action potential, potassium ions move out of the cell, which contributes to the restoration of the negative resting membrane potential.

Which of the Following Events Restores the Membrane Potential from the Peak